Comp wrote:I dont agree with the umpires explanation for the call in the OP. The defense allowed a D3K which ended with the ball in the umpires ball bag. By arbitrarily calling the batter out "because the defense couldnt be put at a disadvantage" actually put the offense at a disadvantage.
And yes, no matter how you rule someone isnt going to be happy.
Comp wrote:Agreed, but the offense didnt miss blocking the ball.